Hello Johnny, How are you My Brother? Thanks so much for your comments and telling us your story. I think that all your trials and tribulations that you went through, and then achieving success, is a great inspirational story for many here. It can really show others here that anything is possible with hard work and faith. Thanks again for sharing this with all of us! I pray that God gives you and your family everything that you so much deserve. God Bless You! Marilyn

Hello Manuel, Thanks for stopping by and for your comments. Take care my friend and have a great day! Marilyn

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Good Morning Marilyn! Boy, hindsight! It is the teacher of all teachers, eh? Your story is an excellent one! It has gone to hard copy! And Michael Jordans' quote just got Sharpied on a 4x5 card to post on my wall! Thanks a bunch for sharing this wisdom with us! Oh, and Johnny, your story gave me cold chills...good one! Have an awesome day everyone! Julia Youngblood "The Ink Lady"

Thanks Marilyn L. That is a great article. So we once thought desperation was a bad thing. Keep up the good inspiration. Alan PS: Don't neglect praying with your spouse, y'all!